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When Dan was diagnosed with multiple myeloma five years ago, he and his wife made a lifesaving connection. Andrea's father, a doctor and researcher, conducted much of the founding research used to treat Dan's "incurable disease."

Dr. Robert Truitt

"When it's in your own family, it is different," said Dr. Robert Truitt, researcher and Dan's father-in-law.

Now, their family is encouraging you to step up to the challenge and help other patients crush cancer.

"You never know when it's going to touch your family," said Andrea.

"Hopefully they can get to my point where they can be in remission as well," said Dan.

Registration costs $25. Money raised throughout the challenge will directly benefit cancer research. "Cancer Crush" wraps up on September 22. For details on how to get involved, CLICK HERE.